Scans & Calibrations in Providence, RI

Today’s vehicles depend on advanced electronics and driver-assistance technologies to keep you safe on the road. After a collision, even minor damage can disrupt the sensors, cameras, radar units, and modules responsible for monitoring your surroundings. At Choice Collision Centers, we perform comprehensive pre-repair and post-repair scans, along with precise ADAS calibration, to ensure every safety system is functioning exactly as the manufacturer intended.

Drivers throughout Providence, RI and Fall River, MA rely on our team because we use OEM-approved equipment, follow strict manufacturer procedures, and verify every electronic system before your vehicle is returned to you.

Why Scanning and Calibration Are Essential After a Collision

Modern vehicles include dozens of interconnected sensors and electronic components. A small impact can shift sensor alignment, disrupt wiring, trigger fault codes, or disable safety features even when no visible damage is present.

At Choice Collision Centers, we perform:

These steps restore your vehicle’s safety systems, ensure proper electronic functionality, and provide confidence that your vehicle is ready for the road.

Full Vehicle Scanning Services

Scanning is the first step in understanding how a collision impacted your vehicle’s electronic systems.

Pre-Repair Scanning

Before repairs begin, we connect your vehicle to OEM-compatible diagnostic tools to read:

This helps our technicians create an accurate repair plan and ensures nothing is overlooked.

Post-Repair Scanning

After repairs are complete, we perform a second scan to confirm:

This final scan validates the repair and ensures compliance with OEM requirements.

ADAS Calibration, Restoring Your Safety Systems

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are designed to help prevent accidents. These technologies rely on precise sensor alignment and must be recalibrated anytime their position, orientation, or supporting structures have been disturbed.

ADAS features that require calibration include:

Choice Collision Centers performs ADAS calibrationusing professional-grade equipment and OEM procedures.

Our calibration process includes:

Even slight changes in angle or position can cause incorrect readings — making calibration essential.

Static and Dynamic ADAS Calibration

We perform both types of calibration depending on the manufacturer:

Static Calibration

Performed in-shop using specialized equipment and calibration targets. This method is required for many front-facing cameras and radar systems.

Dynamic Calibration

Performed during a controlled test drive using precise road conditions, sensors, and OEM-approved scan tools.

Our technicians follow the exact procedure specified for your vehicle.

In-House Calibration with OEM Procedures

Unlike shops that outsource calibration, Choice Collision Centers performs most calibrations in-house using:

Keeping this service in-house provides:

Systems Commonly Affected After a Collision

Even if a collision seems minor, the impact can disturb or disable components such as:

Our scanning and calibration process ensures each system is restored according to manufacturer standards.

A Crucial Part of the Collision Repair Process

Scanning and calibration are not optional; they are required steps in proper collision repair.

1

Manufacturers mandate them

OEM procedures specify when and how calibration must occur.

2

Safety features depend on accuracy

Misaligned sensors may fail to detect hazards or activate at the wrong time.

3

Insurance companies require documentation

Our scans provide clear, verifiable proof of system restoration.

4

Your safety depends on proper repair

We ensure your vehicle’s ADAS systems work exactly as designed.

Why Drivers Trust Choice Collision Centers

I-CAR Gold Class Technicians

Trained to diagnose and repair modern vehicle electronics and safety systems.

OEM-Approved Diagnostic Tools

Ensures compatibility and accurate results for nearly all makes and models.

In-House ADAS Calibration

No delays or external appointments, we calibrate before releasing your vehicle.

Proven Accuracy and Compliance

We follow manufacturer repair procedures to ensure complete and safe restoration.

Trusted Since 1997

Our dedication to integrity and excellence has earned decades of community trust.

Call Today To Schedule Your Repair

If your vehicle has been involved in a collision, its electronic safety systems must be scanned and calibrated to ensure proper operation. Our team is here to restore your vehicle to safe, factory-level performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

A collision can trigger fault codes or disrupt system communication. A scan identifies issues so repairs can be completed correctly.

Most modern vehicles do. If sensors or cameras are affected, calibration is required by the manufacturer.

Our post-repair scan and calibration confirm that every system functions according to OEM specifications.

Yes. We perform the majority of ADAS calibrations in-house using OEM-approved tools.